Tilak Varma Creates History with Three Consecutive T20 Centuries
Tilak Varma Makes History with Three Consecutive T20 Centuries
Hyderabad batter Tilak Varma smashes records with a stunning 151-run knock in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy opener.
India’s rising cricket sensation, Tilak Varma, has etched his name into the history books by becoming the first player—male or female—to score centuries in three successive T20 innings. The 22-year-old achieved this incredible feat during Hyderabad’s Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024-25 opener against Meghalaya in Rajkot.
Coming off two blistering centuries in South Africa—107* in Centurion and 120* in Johannesburg—Tilak brought his red-hot form to the domestic T20 stage. His breathtaking 151 off just 67 balls not only propelled Hyderabad to their highest-ever Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy total of 248/4 but also set multiple records along the way.
Unprecedented Milestones for Tilak Varma
- First Indian male cricketer to score a 150+ knock in T20s.
- Third consecutive T20 century, a first in global cricket history across genders.
- Contributed to Hyderabad’s fifth-highest total in the tournament’s history.
Tilak, batting at No. 3, entered in the first over and maintained an astonishing strike rate of 225.37. His innings was punctuated by 14 fours and 10 towering sixes, with a particular assault on medium-pacer Dippu Sangma, off whom he scored a blistering 50 runs in just 18 balls.
Record Partnerships and IPL Prowess
Tilak’s incredible knock included a 122-run partnership for the second wicket in just 48 balls, which laid the foundation for Hyderabad’s dominant performance. His power-packed innings is another testament to why Mumbai Indians have retained him for IPL 2025, following his impactful three-season stint with the franchise.
A Star in the Making
Tilak’s achievements don’t just highlight his immense talent but also his ability to rise to the occasion in T20 cricket. At just 22 years of age, he’s already proving to be a game-changer for his teams, both domestically and internationally.
Looking Ahead
With his stunning form and record-breaking innings, Tilak Varma is undoubtedly a star to watch in the upcoming IPL season and beyond. His ability to perform under pressure, coupled with his hunger for big scores, makes him one of India’s most exciting young talents.
